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New evidence emerged in the Charlie Kirk murder case as prosecutors revealed new text messages and testimony from Lance Twiggs, the former partner of accused gunman Tyler Robinson, during a pivotal preliminary hearing. Also, investigators in Ireland are searching for a man they describe as a person of significant interest after an American mother was found beaten to death, with authorities fearing the suspect has already fled the country. The victim’s family is now seeking answers as the international manhunt expands. Those are the top stories leading today’s New York Postcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump says diplomacy with Iran is over, ordering new U.S. strikes after declaring the peace negotiations dead following the collapse of the ceasefire. The latest military action marks a dramatic shift from weeks of back-and-forth negotiations and raises new questions about what comes next in the conflict. Also, the family of 18-year-old Nolan Wells has hired high-profile attorney Ben Crump after the football player’s body was found days after a Fourth of July boating trip in Mississippi. Investigators are reviewing new evidence as his family searches for answers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Maine Democrats are scrambling after embattled Senate nominee Graham Platner reportedly demanded the right to choose his own replacement as pressure mounts for him to leave the race. The controversy follows a string of scandals that have prompted top Democrats, including Chuck Schumer and Bernie Sanders, to withdraw their support. Meanwhile, rumors about Mitch McConnell’s health exploded online after newly released 911 audio, but Republican leaders say they’ve spoken with the senator and insist he’s recovering in the hospital.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The United States Men’s National Team fell to Belgium 4-1 ending their hopes for a World Cup. President Trump can still claim one soccer-related victory as star striker Folarin Balogun returned to the team lineup after Trump seemed to help overturn his one-game suspension. Meanwhile, Charlie Kirk’s widow came face-to-face with the man accused of assassinating her husband as prosecutors began presenting evidence in a Utah courtroom. The preliminary hearing could determine whether the high-profile murder case proceeds to trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump says the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool will be repaired by the same contractor after its brand-new liner began peeling just weeks after a $16 million renovation. Meanwhile, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s husband, Paul Pelosi, is facing a recommended hit-and-run charge after authorities say he crashed into a parked car and drove away. The incident adds to a history of legal trouble behind the wheel as Nancy Pelosi prepares to leave Congress.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A decorated Army veteran is dead after a dispute over a Walmart parking space turned deadly, with the entire confrontation captured on cell phone video. Meanwhile, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is facing fierce criticism after the state granted a full pardon to an illegal immigrant convicted of sexually assaulting a 10-year-old girl, prompting backlash from the Department of Homeland Security.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump took the first official flight aboard the new Air Force One, and our White House reporter Emily Goodin was on board with an inside look at the $400 million aircraft and its controversial rollout. Meanwhile, former Vice President Kamala Harris is reaching out to New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani as she strengthens ties with the Democratic Party’s progressive wing ahead of a possible 2028 presidential campaign. The conversations come as progressive candidates continue notching major primary victories around the country.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Supreme Court closed out its term with blockbuster rulings, handing President Trump a major victory on transgender athletes while striking down his birthright citizenship executive order and reshaping campaign finance law ahead of the midterms. Meanwhile, authorities in Monaco are searching for the suspect behind the principality’s first terror-style parcel bombing after a Ukrainian oligarch’s family was targeted. The attack critically injured the oligarch’s wife and has triggered an international manhunt stretching into neighboring France.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Supreme Court is set to wrap up its term with blockbuster rulings on birthright citizenship and transgender athletes after handing President Trump a series of major wins—and setbacks—earlier this week. Meanwhile, gas prices have dipped below four dollars a gallon, but a new government report warns the Strategic Petroleum Reserve is at its lowest level in decades after repeated emergency releases. As the administration pushes to keep fuel prices down, questions are growing about how long that strategy can last.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump’s fragile ceasefire with Iran is under new strain after Tehran demanded control over all ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, raising fresh questions about whether peace talks can survive. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani shuts down talk of a future presidential run while embracing a growing role in reshaping the Democratic Party.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump notched a series of major immigration victories at the Supreme Court, while the court’s biggest ruling of the term—on birthright citizenship—still hangs in the balance. Meanwhile, a fresh attack in the Strait of Hormuz has raised new questions about whether the already fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire can survive. With shipping traffic still disrupted and peace negotiations facing another test, uncertainty remains over what comes next in the Middle East.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump officially kicked off the America 250 celebration with military flyovers, patriotic performances, and a speech declaring that “America is back.” The launch event marked the next part  of a yearlong celebration of America’s 250th birthday, with festivals, competitions, and patriotic events planned across the country. Plus, Democratic Socialist-backed candidates swept key New York primaries, raising fresh questions about the future direction of the Democratic Party. The results could have major implications for party leaders like Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries as Democrats look ahead to the 2026 midterms and beyond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Justice Department says it has uncovered the largest health care fraud scheme in U.S. history, charging hundreds of defendants in an alleged $6.5 billion Medicare and Medicaid scam. We break down the record-setting takedown, the luxury assets seized, and what Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche says comes next. Plus, a Brooklyn coffee shop is under federal investigation after refunding and effectively banning Congressman Dan Goldman over his support for Israel.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump says the latest agreement with Iran is moving peace talks forward, but critics argue the deal gives Tehran major concessions on oil sales, nuclear oversight, and control of the Strait of Hormuz. Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico is under renewed scrutiny as old comments on race, gender, religion, and identity politics resurface ahead of a pivotal Senate race.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump escalated pressure on Iran with fresh threats as confusion continues over whether the Strait of Hormuz is truly open and whether peace talks are making any real progress. We break down the latest diplomatic twists, Vice President JD Vance’s negotiations, and the ongoing Israel-Lebanon complications hanging over a potential deal. Meanwhile, Trump says vandals damaged the newly renovated Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool just weeks after its costly makeover. Plus, the latest on a surprise arrest, a possible UK political shakeup, and a Florida man accused of trying to hijack a medical helicopter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Drivers are finally getting some relief as gas prices dip below $4 a gallon for the first time since March, fueled by progress on reopening the Strait of Hormuz. We break down what the U.S.-Iran agreement means for oil markets and how soon consumers could see savings at the pump. Meanwhile, federal investigators say the alleged ringleader of the foiled UFC Freedom 250 terror plot was a DACA recipient who remained in the country under the Obama-era program. Plus, the latest details on the plot authorities say could have turned into a mass-casualty attack near the White House. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The full U.S.-Iran memorandum is finally public, and critics say the agreement gives Tehran major concessions on both its nuclear program and control of the Strait of Hormuz. We break down what changed from earlier drafts and what it could mean for gas prices, global security, and President Trump’s promise that Iran would never get a nuclear weapon. Meanwhile, New York City is throwing a championship celebration decades in the making as the Knicks roll through the Canyon of Heroes. From parade floats to celebrity appearances, we’ve got everything fans need to know about the biggest party in town. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The FBI says it stopped a terrifying plot to attack the UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House using explosive drones, snipers, and a planned assault on the grounds. Authorities credit a tip from one suspect’s mother for helping unravel the alleged scheme before it could be carried out. Meanwhile, new details are emerging about the U.S.-Iran memorandum that could pave the way toward a broader peace agreement and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A U.S.-Iran memorandum has been signed, but ships still aren’t moving through the Strait of Hormuz, leaving drivers waiting for relief at the gas pump. Vice President JD Vance is shedding new light on what’s reportedly in the deal as questions swirl about Iran’s obligations and the future of sanctions. Meanwhile, California Governor Gavin Newsom says President Trump’s Justice Department is investigating him, his family, and former staffers, calling it political retaliation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The New York Knicks are NBA champions, and the city is preparing what could be the largest ticker-tape parade in its history through Manhattan’s Canyon of Heroes. President Trump, a longtime Knicks fan, is among those celebrating the franchise’s first title in decades. Meanwhile, Trump is heading to the G7 summit fresh off signing a memorandum of understanding with Iran aimed at ending months of conflict. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A new woman has come forward with allegations about Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner, adding to the growing list of controversies surrounding his campaign. The New York Post says it corroborated key parts of her account, raising fresh questions just days after Platner secured the Democratic nomination. Meanwhile, President Trump says a peace deal with Iran could be signed within days and would reopen the Strait of Hormuz while ending Tehran’s nuclear ambitions.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Inflation surged to its highest level in three years as the war with Iran drives up energy costs, even as President Trump insists the worst of the price hikes may already be behind us. Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett is facing fierce backlash after comments about convicted killer Karmelo Anthony. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Despite a string of scandals, controversial Maine Democrat Graham Platner secured his party’s Senate nomination and now heads into a high-stakes showdown with longtime Republican Senator Susan Collins. Out west, Republicans scored a notable victory as former Fox News host Steve Hilton advanced to California’s gubernatorial general election. Meanwhile, Texas teen Karmelo Anthony was sentenced to 35 years in prison for the murder of high school football star Austin Metcalf. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump is reportedly pressuring Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to maintain a fragile ceasefire with Iran as negotiations over a broader peace deal continue. The White House says talks are moving forward, but the threat of renewed fighting remains. Meanwhile, an upcoming Supreme Court ruling could dramatically reshape how California counts ballots, with major implications for the Los Angeles mayoral race and the governor’s contest.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump says the United States is “very close” to reaching a deal with Iran that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz and permanently block Tehran from obtaining a nuclear weapon. The president is also signaling confidence that the conflict will not become another endless war. Meanwhile, Trump is expected to attend the Knicks’ first NBA Finals home game in 27 years, bringing unprecedented security measures to Madison Square Garden tonight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump is holding off on new military action against Iran as negotiations continue, despite growing frustration in Congress and repeated setbacks in the peace process. New reporting reveals why the White House believes time may still be on its side in securing a deal. Prosecutors revealed the final words of slain Texas high school football star Austin Metcalf as the murder trial of Karmelo Anthony officially got underway. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump says a deal with Iran could be finalized as soon as this weekend, potentially ending months of conflict and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The White House says the proposed agreement would permanently block Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon. Meanwhile, the New York Post traveled to Maine to investigate the growing controversies surrounding Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump sat down for an interview with the New York Post, discussing Iran negotiations, the upcoming midterms, and who he sees leading the Republican ticket in 2028. The president also weighed in on key Senate races that could shape control of Congress. A 22-year-old illegal migrant has pleaded not guilty after prosecutors say he confessed to murdering his neighbor and a co-worker in separate knife attacks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump is abandoning his controversial $1.776 billion anti-weaponization fund after bipartisan opposition, court challenges, and pressure from Senate Republicans. Questions now remain about whether the rest of Trump’s massive IRS settlement will survive intact. Meanwhile, a Utah judge has handed down a major ruling in the Charlie Kirk murder case, allowing cameras in court and setting the stage for key evidence to become public before trial. .  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump is considering headlining his own Freedom 250 celebration after several major musical acts backed out of the patriotic concert series. A feud is escalating between New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill and the Department of Homeland Security over conditions and protests at an ICE detention center in Newark.  https://nypost.com/2026/05/31/us-news/trump-shows-off-white-house-drone-port-concept/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Reports suggest negotiations with Iran are nearing a breakthrough as talks continue over reopening the Strait of Hormuz and dismantling Tehran’s nuclear ambitions. Former First Lady Jill Biden is facing backlash after revealing she feared Joe Biden suffered a stroke during his disastrous 2024 debate performance.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin is floating a plan that could disrupt international travel at major sanctuary city airports across the country. President Trump escalated tensions in the Middle East during a marathon Cabinet meeting, threatening Oman over negotiations tied to reopening the Strait of Hormuz.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump scored another major primary victory after Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton defeated longtime Senator John Cornyn in the GOP runoff. The race is being viewed as a major test of Trump’s influence over the Republican Party heading into November. Meanwhile, authorities in Puerto Vallarta - one of Mexico’s top tourist destinations - are investigating whether three eerily similar murders could be connected to a serial killer.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fresh U.S. strikes hit Iranian missile sites and boats in the Strait of Hormuz just hours after President Trump said peace talks were “proceeding nicely.” Even as negotiations continue, Iran’s nuclear program remains the biggest obstacle to a final deal. Meanwhile, Indiana officials say nearly 300 illegal migrants with commercial driver’s licenses were stopped and prosecuted at truck weigh stations over the last three months.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump’s endorsement record has become one of the biggest forces in Republican politics. Will his winning streak continue in Texas tomorrow where Senator John Cornyn faces Trump-backed State Attorney General Ken Paxton in the Senate Primary? And how might the President's success translate to the general election this November? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump says rolling back Biden-era climate regulations could help lower grocery prices for struggling Americans. The administration is also touting new deportation figures, highlighting a sharp increase in removals during Trump’s second term.  https://nypost.com/2026/05/21/us-news/major-supermarket-just-cut-thousands-of-prices-across-ny-and-nj/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Drivers heading into Memorial Day weekend are facing another painful spike in gas prices as the Iran conflict keeps pressure on global oil markets. Analysts warn prices could climb even higher if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed through the summer. Meanwhile, Maine Democratic Senate hopeful Graham Platner is facing fresh backlash after another controversial Reddit post resurfaced online.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump scored another major primary victory as Kentucky Congressman Thomas Massie lost to Trump-backed challenger Ed Gallrein.  Horrifying new details and livestream footage have emerged from the deadly San Diego mosque shooting. Investigators say the attackers were fueled by online radicalization and white supremacist ideology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump abruptly called off planned strikes on Iran after Gulf leaders urged more time for negotiations. Even with diplomacy still alive, the White House says military action remains on the table if talks collapse. Meanwhile, all eyes are on Kentucky’s high-stakes Republican primary, where Trump-backed challenger Ed Gallen is taking on MAGA rebel Thomas Massie in the most expensive House primary ever.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A crippling Long Island Rail Road strike is throwing New York commuters into chaos as President Trump and Governor Kathy Hochul trade blame over the disruption. With hundreds of thousands affected, the political fallout is growing fast. Meanwhile, a California transgender athlete controversy is reigniting the national debate over girls’ sports after officials awarded duplicate gold medals at a state championship.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump has wrapped up his high-stakes Beijing summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping after talks on Taiwan, Iran, trade, and AI. The White House says the leaders made progress on key global issues, including a major Boeing deal. New York City lawmakers are targeting “predatory” dynamic pricing with proposed new consumer protections. Will NYC be the first city to ban the practice? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump is on the ground in Beijing meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping for high-stakes talks on Iran, trade, and global security. The outcome could shape relations between the world’s two biggest powers. Meanwhile, a CIA whistleblower is making explosive claims that Dr. Anthony Fauci misled investigators about the origins of COVID-19.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump arrives in Beijing for high-stakes talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, with Iran, trade, and AI all on the agenda. The outcome could reshape global economics and geopolitical tensions between the world’s two biggest powers. New details are emerging about a deadly incident at Denver International Airport where a man was struck by a speeding jet.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump says the Iran ceasefire is on “life support” as tensions rise and nuclear talks stall. With gas prices surging, the administration is now considering a temporary suspension of the federal gas tax to ease pressure on Americans. Meanwhile, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth is escalating his feud with Senator Mark Kelly, raising questions about classified briefings and potential investigations.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump is escalating threats against Iran after rejecting a new peace proposal that sidesteps the nuclear issue. Tensions remain high as drone incidents and ceasefire violations raise fears of renewed conflict. The billionaire co-owner of the Milwaukee Bucks NBA franchise finds himself at the center of a shocking alleged blackmail scheme involving a former lover.  https://nypost.com/2026/05/08/us-news/the-top-10-ufo-encounters-revealed-throughout-the-decades-as-pentagon-declassifies-files/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump is heading to Beijing for a high-stakes meeting with China’s Xi Jinping, with Iran, trade, and global tensions all on the table. The outcome could shape everything from oil markets to tech competition between the world’s two biggest powers. Meanwhile, fears of a COVID-like outbreak from the cruise ship hantavirus cases are growing—but experts say a global pandemic is unlikely.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Health officials believe they’ve identified how a deadly hantavirus outbreak spread aboard a stranded cruise ship. The vessel remains stuck at sea as officials scramble to contain the rare and potentially deadly virus. A 28-year-old mom is accused of posing as a teenager to enroll in a New York City high school. Authorities say her scheme unraveled in the most predictable way possible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Secretary of State Marco Rubio heads to the Vatican for a high-stakes meeting with Pope Leo amid tensions with the Trump administration. At the same time, the U.S.-Iran conflict continues to simmer, with uncertainty around negotiations and control in Tehran. Meanwhile, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is eyeing his next move as his term winds down, with a potential 2028 presidential run in focus. https://nypost.com/2026/05/05/us-news/cornell-president-michael-kotlikoff-accused-of-injuring-2-students-in-parking-lot-clash-after-israel-debate/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump ramps up warnings to Iran after U.S. forces clash with Iranian boats in the Strait of Hormuz. With tensions escalating, the risk of a broader conflict is once again on the table. Meanwhile, a deadly hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship has left passengers stranded at sea with no port willing to take them in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump is weighing a plan to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz as tensions with Iran threaten to reignite the war. With global shipping under attack and no peace deal in sight, the risk of escalation is growing. Meanwhile, controversial new legislation in New York could allow inmates like John Lennon’s assassin and the Son of Sam killer to seek parole regardless the severity of the crime. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices